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Govt. OF NCT OF DELHI: DIRECTORATE OF EDUCATION

EXAMINATION CELL, ROOM NO. 222-A

OLD SECRETARIAT, DELHI-110054

No.DE.5/43/04/Exam/2020/0241-016

Date: /3,0 2__ )Ay)..z.

CIRCULAR

Sub.: Examination and Subject Specific Tips for Students Appearing in Board Examination-2020.

It is Examinations time again and students of classes X and XII are prepared for the

forthcoming CBSE Board Examination 2020, to be held with effect from 15.02.2020. It is the time when

students need moral and educational support to enhance their confidence to write their exams.

Core Academic Unit of Exam Branch endeavours to equip the students so that they may shine

through their exams and pass with flying colours. In this regard, team of Examination Branch with

Subject Experts of Core Academic Unit has developed Examination Tips and Subject Specific Tips for

the students of classes X and XII.

All the Heads of Schools are hereby directed to download these tips (enclosed ANNEXURES — I,

II and III) and provide to all the concerned subject teachers with direction to make the students familiar

with the 'Examination and Subject Specific Tips' and motivate them to follow these for securing better

marks. Students of board classes should be informed about the Subject Specific Tips during morning

assembly. Examination and Subject Specific Tips may also be displayed on School Notice Board and a

prominent place that is easily accessible to the students.

This issues with the approval of the Competent Authority.

Enclosure:

ANNEXURE -I (Common Examination Tips/Guidelines)

ANNEXURE -II (Subject Specific Examination Tips- Class X)

ANNEXURE -Ill (Subject Specific Examination Tips - Class XII)

(DR. SA OJ SAIN) Addl.DE (Exam)

All Heads of Govt., Govt. Aided & Unaided Recognized Schools through DEL E

Copy to:

1. PA to Director (Education)

2. All RDEs/DDEs (District & Zonal) through DEL E

3. ADE (IT) to get placed on the website of the department.

4. Guard File

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‘'S• (Ms. MUKTA SONI)

DDE (Exam)

ANNEXURE -I

COMMON EXAMINATION TIPS/ GUIDELINES FOR BOARD EXAMINATION 2019-20

CLASSES X & XII

The Following tips may help the students in scoring better:

Strategies to contemplate before examination:

1. Practice

• Be familiar with the question paper design of CBSE.

• Devote plenty of time for practicing the questions.

• Plan practice session with short intermediate breaks.

• Focus on the examples and exercises given in the textbooks particularly the highlighted

portions of the NCERT textbooks.

• Practice through worksheets, mind maps /concept maps prepared by the teachers from the

scoring chapters.

• Practice the sample Papers/ Practice Papers of three hours and fix the target to complete it

within the time limit.

• Try to attempt sample papers of two subjects in a day.

2. Revision With Proper Time Management

• Prepare a time table for each subject and work on it honestly specially for subject with less no.

of preparatory holidays.

• Display your time schedule and daily target with must to do topics.

• Revise the chapter wise bullet notes given in the support material and class notes.

• Devote extra time on focused areas in the syllabus.

• Sufficient time should be devoted to the self study

• Organize study groups with friends and discuss the chapter key points.

3. Strategy to attempt Long questions

• While learning long answers, break down the long text into simple paragraphs and bullet

points.

• Use flow charts, pictorial representations and abbreviated forms to memorize difficult topics.

4. Strategy to attempt objective type question

• Objective type questions will be asked in this year exam in most of the subjects. These are very

crucial.

• Read all the questions and options carefully before answering

• Be extra vigilant to write correct serial number of question while answering.

• If one thinks the first option is correct, make sure that last option is not "All of the above" or

"None of the above".

• Adhere to time limit, especially in objective type questions.

• Follow the method of elimination, if confused about the correct answer

Spend not more than approx 2 minute per question and write only the answer in the answer

sheet.

5. Previous year question papers

• Practice previous year question papers and latest CBSE Sample papers to have a fair idea about

the style and pattern of the question paper.

• Refer to Model answer sheets available on the CBSE website & DoE website to understand the

required presentation of answers (Under Exam Related Material) using the following link

(http://cbse.nic.in/curric-1/mode12018/modelanswers2018.html) &

(http://edudeLnic.in/wekome_folder/answerscripts 2019.htm)

6. Balanced Diet and lifestyle tips

• Eat home cooked healthy & light meals. Drink enough water. Sleep well before the exam.

• Remember to exercise and meditate after long and tiring practice sessions.

• A relaxed mind can solve questions faster and accurately.

• Take regular break.

7. Preparation for the day

• Make sure to carry everything required for the examination: Admit Card, School Identity Card,

blue ink pen and stationary permissible for Board Examination.

• Be confident and positive In case of stress, take long break and relax.

8. Filling of Roll No. in Answer Sheet

• There are 7 (seven) ovals/boxes in OMR answer sheet whereas CBSE Roll No. is of eight digits

Ex. 17865842

• Fill the Roll No as described below. Write the first digit out of the boxes / ovals.

1

7

8

6

5

8

4

2

• Do not use whitener while filling the ovals / boxes in OMR Sheet.

REMEMBER THESE POINTS WHILE YOU ATTEMPT THE QUESTION PAPER

1. Use the first 15 minutes effectively

• As per CBSE, 15 minutes will be given to student only for reading the question paper. Read all

the questions carefully with full of concentration.

• While reading, mark the questions into categories - easy, manageable and tough.

2. Prioritize your attempt

• Always attempt the easy questions first and then move on to the manageable ones.

• Ensure that you complete them before taking on the difficult ones.

3. Select your options wisely

• Make sure to attempt all the questions and its parts.

• In certain questions you will be provided with choices/options. Do not hurry. Choose the easier

option carefully.

4. Use simple language

• Write within the word limit. Use, to the point and easy to understand language, quote

examples and draw diagrams where necessary.

• Mention the question number and the part number correctly.

• Don't forget to write SI Units/other units wherever required.

• Understand the language of the question before you start writing.

5. Legible Handwriting

• Write in legible handwriting with proper margins. Avoid cuttings and using whiteners.

• Use pencil and scale to draw the figures.

• Avoid overwriting.

6. Keep an eye on your watch

• Divide the three hours according to the sections and check time regularly.

• Ensure speed and accuracy.

• Complete the question paper on time.

7. Revise your answers

• Ensure that all the additional sheets, Maps etc. are properly tied in a sequence.

• Keep 10 minutes in the end to revise your answers for removing the mistakes.

Annexure -II

Subject specific tips class- X

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Section A (Reading):

• Read both the passages carefully and underline the main points at the time of reading the passage. Grasp the main theme before writing answers.

• Write to the point answers for very short answer (VSA) type questions and choose from multiple choices carefully.

Section B (Writing and Grammar):

• The 'format' plays an important role in scoring marks in the writing section. So, carefully remember the format, including the subjects/ title /heading and moral.

• Plan, organize and present ideas with grammatical accuracy, appropriate words and spellings,

coherence and relevance using good expression.

• Solve the grammar questions by reading them carefully. Do not attempt randomly without

comprehending the questions. Revise all structures of grammar thoroughly.

Section C (Literature):

• Prepare each lesson carefully, understand and memorize the value points. Be well versed with

the central idea and character sketches.

• Do not forget to memorize the names of the lessons and their authors with correct spellings.

• Write to the point answers/ covering apt points.

Mathematics

• Revise the suggestive topics ('Must to Do' topics such as Construction, Coordinate Geometry,

Probability, Theorems etc as per circular No.DE.5/223/Exam/2018/1418-1422 dated

15/10/2019).

• Write all the formulas which you have learnt and applied during practice, on a paper and should

read them once a day till the day of Board Exam.

• Read the question paper during the reading time thoroughly and prioritize your attempt.

> Round one: Attempt those questions in which you are sure of getting right answers.

')> Round two: Attempt those questions in which you are not very sure of getting right

answers.

> Round three: Those questions about which you do not know anything and you just want to

try them

• Graphs and figures can help you to score more marks, draw them neatly.

• In Theorems also write

-Given

-To Prove

-Construction

-Proof of the Theorem

• In word problems read the questions again and again in small portions just to understand the

statement. Think what is given in the question? And what is there to find out? After that think

about what formula of method can be applied?

• There are 20 questions of 01 marks try to answer these questions in minimum numbers of steps

preferably in one step only.

• Do the rough work on the margin of the same page of the question.

SCIENCE

• Revise the suggestive topics (Must to Do topics as per circular No.DE.5/223/Exam/2018/1418-

1422 dated 15/10/2019).

• Give sufficient writing practice to your notes and important questions.

• Practice the labeled diagrams of the related chapters (CH-6,7,8,10,11,12 &13)

• Use pencil for the diagrams in the answers sheets.

• Go through all the activities thoroughly (Ch-1, 2, 3, 4, 10 & 13 specifically).

• Attempt the question paper as per your strength and preferably in section wise order.

SOCIAL SCIENCE

• As the number of questions rose to 35 this year so prioritize your attempt in reading time.

• Attempt first 20 objective type questions at one place.

• For Assertion and Reason based questions read the two statements independently and look if

both of them are correct or not. If both of them are correct than analyse if absence or presence

of reason statement make an impact on the assertion sentence. If Yes - than correct

explanation and if No - not a correct explanation.

• For picture based questions go through the pictures and cartoons given in NCERT text books

(especially in Political Science and History).

• Attempt 3 marks and 5 marks questions highlighting the key points and important point of your

answer.

• Try to substantiate your answer with flow chart/ diagram/ mind map/ example wherever

possible.

• Practice the Map questions regularly instead of just taking a quick look.

• Fill the map and attach it with the answer book carefully.

• Do not attempt any extra question especially questions of internal choice.

• Answer the question of comparison or distinguish in a tabular form (if possible) and answer

long answer type question in headings.

Annexure -III

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Section-A

• Read the comprehension passage using the skimming and scanning technique to write precise

answers.

• While attempting note making, do not write complete sentences. Use short phrases.

• For summary don't copy paste line from the passage. Write in your own words.

SECTION B

• Make sure to write the complete format alongwith some relevant content.

• It is preferable to have at least 3 paragraphs in writing skills questions like

Letter/Debate/Speech/Article/Report writing to give introduction, details and suggestions.

• Writing Notice/ Advertisement/Poster/ Invitation in a box should be preferred.

SECTION-C

• Carefully read all chapters and be well versed with the central idea, main character sketches

and significance of the title.

• While attempting questions of Poem extract, copying the lines of the extract as answer is a bad

practice. Remember the name of the Poem and the Poet along with the poetic devices.

POLITICAL SCIENCE

• Don't repeat same content again and again while answering.

• Don't attempt the questions which are given for the Visually Impaired Candidates.

• Choose one question from the given internal choices in question. Don't attempt both the

questions which are given in the internal choices.

• Stay confident during the examination. Don't be over- confident.

• Don't leave unwanted extra space between two questions.

GEOGRAPHY

• Read NCERT books with more attention on maps, diagrams, figures, tables , pictures , charts ,

box information, bold word etc. (this will help in short answer objective type questions) Use

updated information especially about maps.

• Use Table, Pie-Chart, Diagram, Flow Chart in the middle of your long answers wherever

applicable. Practice diagram based questions especially in the topics - Water Resources, Human

Settlements, Transport and Communication. If possible use Stencils in long answers.

• Write the 'distinguish between' or comparison question in a box with points.

• Answer all the objective type/MCQs preferably at one place only.

• Practice map by using globe and big size maps and revise daily. During the exam, fill the map

and tie in the middle of the answer sheet carefully.

MATHEMATICS

• Do enough written practice to understand the concepts / methods and do not cram a night

before exam.

• Be familiar with the question paper design. Put extra effort in chapters that have higher

weightage.

• Adhere to time limit, especially in objective type questions, try to answer in minimum steps /

one step.

• In order to do well in Mathematics you need to read the question, understand it thoroughly,

and then apply the method/theorem/formula as required.

• Practice all the sample papers provided by CBSE /DoE.

• Revise the formulae thoroughly. Do proper revision before and enter the examination hall with an air of confidence.

• Be Neat and accurate in your exam, always look at what is asked in the question and also the

number of marks allocated to it. Devote the time accordingly.

• Do the rough work in a margin.

• Revise the answer sheet before submission.

History

• Use mind map, time lines to understand concepts.

• Try to substantiate the answer with flow chart/mind map/ example / diagram wherever

possible

• Go through the pictures given in NCERT books for picture based questions

• Use Mnemonics to remember long points

• Consult map while studying specific topic for example Magadha and Maurya Empire. If the

same is studied in consultation with map it helps in pictorial understanding and identification of

location in map (display map in your study room if possible).

• Practice map from the list provided alongwith syllabus, as it is very scoring.

SOCIOLOGY

• Try to give pictorial and graphical illustrations wherever possible.

• Prepare mnemonics flowchart, mind maps for the most important topics.

HOME SCIENCE

• Read the Objective type and Case study type questions very carefully with concentration and

try to understand what is being asked in each question.

• For Picture based questions, practice the diagrams of Laundry symbols, Care labels, Food labels,

Standard Marks given to various consumer products, raw, processed or other foodstuffs,

textiles, silver and gold, Elements of Art and Principles of design with illustrations.

• In Statement based questions appropriate reasons should be written.

• Highlight important keywords and write your answers point-wise in your own words.

• Special emphasis should be given to these topics- Specific Issues and Concerns of Adolescents,

Anger Management, Care for Elderly, Meal Planning, Diet Modifications, Food Safety and

Common Adulterants, Difference In Money And Real Income, Soaps And Detergents, Format to

Record Daily, Weekly and Monthly Expenses, Investment Schemes, Steps of filing complaint in

Consumer Court, Consumer Act, Storage of Clothes, Water Purification, MGNREGA, DWCRA

schemes, Careers in Home Science.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

• Read questions carefully and prioritize your attempt in reading time

• Attempt answer in bullet points or short passage with key words.

• Give title / heading in answer and explain in your own words, incorporating key words as per

the language of the question.

PHYSICS

• Keep in mind fundamental laws always prevail and never violate in any concept/topic.

• Mark arrow on ray diagrams and make proper scale graphs.

• The student must understand and learn derivations of each chapter. Do sufficient written

practice of Derivations.

• Practice numerical (examples) given in the NCERT Book.

• Practice diagram/graph based questions given in question papers of past five years CBSE papers

with due emphasis on the current question paper design.

• Make chapter wise list of formulae and important diagrams and revise the formulae of the

whole syllabus once in a day.

• Key points in answers may be underlined.

• Answer should be to the point and precise with the key words and always remember to write

answer with S.I unit at end of numerical.

CHEMISTRY

• Learn chemical equations in the form of flow-chart especially in organic chemistry for organic

conversions.

• Learn p-block, d- block and f- block for 1 and 2 marks questions.

• Make a table to learn the topic well in case of polymers and chemistry in everyday life.

• For chapter 1, 2, 3 and 4 on physical chemistry, learn important formulae for solving numerical

problems. First write correct formula and then solve the numerical.

• Be focused on specific chapters instead of covering all chapters.

• Reaction mechanism must be thoroughly revised i.e. SN1, SN2, p elimination nucleophilic

addition of carbonyl components, Dehydration of alcohol etc.

• Remember 20 — 25 'name reactions' from NCERT books.

• For coordination compounds, prepare a chart of isomerism.

BIOLOGY

• Learn by sufficient written practice for better understanding.

• Do practice of diagram and be thorough with important terminology.

• Give specific emphasis to Genetics, Evolution and Reproduction along'with other chapters.

• Make flow charts for revision of answers.

• Draw diagram if possible for 3 & 5 marks questions.

• Write one point extra if you remember.

• Write to the point answers and give pictorial illustration wherever possible.

• Emphasize value points in each question.

ECONOMICS

• Diagrams must be drawn in only those questions in which it is required/ mandatory. So, try to

avoid diagrams in those questions in which it is not asked in question paper.

• In statements based questions suitable reasons should be given because it is mandatory

otherwise no marks are awarded.

• In explanation, use relevant information, language should be easy and crispy.

• Special attention should be paid on long answer questions e.g. questions related to inflationary

gap and deflationary gap, objectives of budget, human capital formation, sustainable economic

development, rural development and infrastructure etc.

ACCOUNTANCY

• Special Attention should be given while making formats of Journal/Ledger/Balance Sheet or

any other statement.

• Do not forget to write Debit, Credit, Particulars, Narrations (in Journal entries) and sign of

new Indian rupee symbol wherever needed.

• The solutions must be backed by precise working notes wherever needed/asked.

• As marks are given according to steps even if the answer is wrong, but steps preceding it are

right, you will be awarded some marks.

• Accountancy requires more practice; therefore make sure to solve previous year Board

question papers, CBSE sample papers and practice papers provided by DoE according to new

suggested question paper design.

• Special emphasizes should be given on MCQ/Objective questions and on the following

Topics- Not-for-profit organization (Subscription, Consumable items and Fund based

accounting), fundamentals of partnership (Past adjustments and Guarantee), Dissolution

(Journal entries), Issue of shares (forfeiture and reissue with pro rata), Redemption of

Debentures, items to be shown in the balance sheet under different heads and sub heads,

comparative and common size statements and cash flow statement.

BUSINESS STUDIES

• Outline short notes to revise the lessons before the examination. Short notes can assist the

students to revise the entire syllabus in less time.

• For the 'tricky case study' based questions, students are advised to read the case study

provided carefully and mark out the important points.

• Write your answers in points and use illustrations like charts, graphs and cartoons wherever

needed.

• Special emphasizes should be given on the MCQ/Objective questions and on the following

Topics-Coordination, Fayol's and Taylor's Principles of Management, Dimensions of Business

Environment, Types of Plans, Organizational Structure, Delegation and Decentralization,

Recruitment and Selection, Leadership, Motivation and Communication. Financial Decisions,

Money Market and Capital Market, SEBI, Marketing Mix, Physical Distribution, Public Relation,

Rights and Responsibilities of Consumers and Redressal machinery.